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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in electronic educational technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Christmas Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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